Origin
Morgan, MO
Evening in Morgan on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgan, MO to Kansas City, MO
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
186.7 mi
301 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 1m
★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 21m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 35m
8 PM
3h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morgan, MO
Alexander RAW
Kansas City, MO
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Morgan to Kansas City, expect a 186.7-mile journey that takes roughly 3 hours and 12 minutes to complete. This drive serves perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $28 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate across the Missouri Midwest. Since the route relies on local roads rather than interstates, you will stay within the state throughout the entire duration. It is a practical choice for those who prefer a steady pace over the intensity of high-speed highway travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
93.4 miles from Morgan, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on West Pine Street, Route 66, and MO 13 North to guide you toward your destination. Because the highway share is 0%, you will spend the entire 3 hours and 12 minutes navigating local thoroughfares rather than cruising on limited-access roads. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on West Pine Street, confirming that this is a technical drive with frequent transitions. You will find that the road’s personality is defined by its constant changes rather than long, uninterrupted straightaways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Pine Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Morgan, MO to Kansas City, MO is easy. At 3h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Morgan, MO to Kansas City, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Pine Street | — | — |
| Route 66 | — | — |
| MO 13 North | — | — |
| I 49 North | — | — |
| 11th Street | — | — |
| East 11th Street | — | — |
| Oak Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Pine Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan, MO and Kansas City, MO.
1
Start on Orchid Drive
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
Orchid Drive
2
Continue straight
3.1 mi
·
11 min
3
Turn left
174 ft
·
8 sec
4
Turn straight
6.2 mi
·
10 min
5
Turn right onto West Pine Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Pine Street
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Route 66
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Route 66
7
Turn slight left
2.0 mi
·
3 min
8
Keep slight right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
9
Turn left
36 mi
·
52 min
10
Take the ramp right toward MO 13 North: Humansville
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
MO 13 North: Humansville
11
Merge slight left
60 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
12
Continue straight
36 mi
·
39 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
38 mi
·
45 min
·
I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
14
Take the exit slight right toward 11th Street, Downtown
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
11th Street, Downtown
15
Turn straight onto East 11th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East 11th Street
16
Turn left onto Oak Street
463 ft
·
15 sec
·
Oak Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day commitment, aim for an early morning departure to maximize your time in Kansas City. Plan on at least one stop during your 186.7-mile transit to stretch your legs and stay refreshed, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more taxing than standard highway driving. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $28 estimate assumes efficient driving conditions on local roads. Because you aren't tied to an interstate, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace if traffic patterns shift on MO 13 North. Prioritize checking local road conditions before you head out, as the reliance on smaller routes makes you more susceptible to localized construction or delays.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93.4 miles from Morgan, MO, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 41 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.4 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kansas City, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Morgan, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Morgan, MO
This is one driving day of about 186.7 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Morgan, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.4 mi from Morgan, MO · 1h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.4 miles from Morgan, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kansas City, MO
The final approach into Kansas City, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Kansas City, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.19 one way
$58.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.05 | $64.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.93 | $71.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.22 | $82.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56 | 0 | $19.60 | $8.96 |
| Efficient EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.34 | $7.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.7 | 0 | $26.14 | $11.95 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Kansas City, MO
Evening in Kansas City on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Warsaw, MO
93 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
17 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Morgan, MO to Kansas City, MO covers 186.7 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Pine Street, Route 66, MO 13 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.4 miles from Morgan, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Morgan, MO to Kansas City, MO is easy. At 3h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Morgan, MO to Kansas City, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Morgan, MO to Kansas City, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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